Mike Vernal

Partner at Conviction, an AI-focused venture capital firm, and former Facebook executive.

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Apr 21, 2025 • 3h 21min

David Tisch, Mike Vernal, Edward Mehr, Will Brown, Stocks Mogged as Trade War Escalates, R.I.P. Pope Francis, How Prior Beliefs Distort Perceptions, Why Robots Still Can't Make Nikes, Robots Join Chinese Half-Marathon

David Tisch, Managing Partner at BoxGroup, shares insights on the impact of the U.S.-China trade tensions on stocks. Mike Vernal, a partner at Conviction, discusses the role of beliefs in shaping perceptions, especially in volatile markets. Edward Mehr of Machina Labs explains why robots still struggle with making Nikes amid rising automation trends. Will Brown delves into the humorous side of robotics, showcasing robots participating in a Chinese half-marathon, highlighting both advancements and the challenges they face in human-like performance.

Aug 26, 2019 • 26min

20VC: Sequoia's Mike Vernal on His Biggest Lessons From 8 Years of Hyper-Growth at Facebook, Why The Strength of Data Moats Is Over-Rated Today and The Challenge of "Overthinking Investments" In Venture

Mike Vernal, General Partner at Sequoia Capital and former VP of Product & Engineering at Facebook, shares his journey from tech operations to venture capital. He reflects on key lessons from Facebook's hyper-growth years, discussing the delicate balance between instinct and data in investment decisions. Mike critiques the concept of data moats in AI, arguing they may not be as reliable as once thought. He also delves into the unique decision-making processes in venture capital compared to operations and offers insights on managing time effectively amidst abundant startup opportunities.